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“What have I done thins time?" he paused to ask before continuing with his oral expedition about her body: her husband, the intrepid explorer.” quote by Gail Carriger
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“What have I done thins time?" he paused to ask before continuing with his oral expedition about her body: her husband, the intrepid explorer.”

Gail Carriger

About This Quote

Source Novel: Parasol Protectorate series, 2009

The narrator reflects on a past action, pausing before detailing an intimate, possibly intrusive, exploration of a woman's life and relationships.

In simple terms: He hesitates before describing a woman's personal history.

Key Takeaway

Pause before probing.

Themes

intimacy curiosity reflection intrusion

Mood

thoughtful reflective

Type

literary analytical

When to use this quote

  • investigating a partner
  • writing a memoir
  • clinical interview
  • family history

Key Concepts

psychology relationships storytelling

Questions to Reflect On

  • Why is the pause significant?
  • When is it appropriate to explore intimate details?
A Different Perspective

Delving into private matters can breach trust.

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